Accounts Assistant

VEREDUS LABORATORIES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Singapore is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the Finance department. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable tasks, prepare month-end closing documents, and assist with audits. A Diploma in Accounting or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience are required. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant accounting and/or audit experience.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Meticulous and responsible personality with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Monitor suppliers' invoices to ensure timely payments.
• Prepare month-end closing documents.
• Assist with the preparation of the audit process.

Skills

Strong accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficient in MS Office

Attention to detail

Strong command of English

Education

Diploma in Accounting/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Accounts Assistant supports the Finance department and will be responsible for the day‑to‑day financial operation of the company. He/She is involved in a full spectrum of accounting work activities, specifically in accounts payable and provides clerical support in the accounts receivable function.

He/She is also responsible for updating the General Ledger, Fixed Assets Listing, and Inter‑company schedules on a monthly basis. He/She may be called upon to participate in ad‑hoc finance‑related projects and systems testing as needed.

Job Description

• Monitor suppliers' invoices to ensure timely payments.
• Verify employee claims for disbursement.
• Assist in performing accounts receivable duties when required.
• Assign account codes to transactions in the accounting system.
• Prepare month‑end closing documents such as General Ledger, journals, schedules and reconciliations (including inter‑company transactions and bank reconciliation)
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to manage and resolve payable issues.
• Assist in quarterly GST submission and annual tax filing.
• Assist with the preparation and coordination of the audit process.
• Administer and maintain the Fixed Assets Register.
• Maintain filling, scanning and document tracking.
• Perform administrative and other ad‑hoc duties assigned by the superior.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma in Accounting/ACCA or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of relevant accounting and/or audit experience
• Strong accounting knowledge and application of Singapore FRS
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Meticulous, mature, responsible, and cheerful personality with a positive attitude
• Self‑starter with the ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and have strong attention to detail
• Self‑motivated with excellent follow‑up skills and able to work independently
• Ownership and strong drive in executing independent tasks